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On February 14, 2026, DRDO Chairman Dr. Samir V Kamat announced the launch of five new laboratories and 15 centres dedicated to underwater and space awareness at a convocation in Amaravati. The expansion supports India's Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, enhancing capabilities in anti-submarine warfare and space-based intelligence essential for national security.

Dr. Kamat emphasized the importance of indigenous technology development, while Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal praised the advancements in India's defense sector. The new facilities aim to foster research in AI-driven autonomy and quantum communications, addressing gaps in maritime and celestial surveillance amid geopolitical tensions.